Let’s be real: everyone is hate-watching And Just Like That. The show has become less of a guilty pleasure and more of a shared trauma. Social media has turned into a support group for people yelling “WHY?!” every Thursday. But instead of just roasting it (tempting, I know), I’m here with some unsolicited—but deeply necessary—plot revisionsthat …
I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I think I’ve finally broken up with And Just Like That. Sure, I’ve hate-watched. I’ve rage-paused. I’ve stared at the screen in disbelief, wondering if I was being pranked. But season three? That one finally broke me. Truly. Madly. Deeply. How did a show that once gave me …
When you’re in your 40s, nostalgia hits differently. Especially when you and your friends decide to relive your college glory days with a “cultural night out” at the 47th Annual Museum Mile on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. What could go wrong? Free entry to eight museums along Fifth Avenue between 82nd and 110th Streets, a balmy summer …
Let’s get one thing straight: New York City is outrageously expensive.And unless you’ve lucked into a rent-controlled apartment or married rich, odds are your paycheck mostly vanishes into the black hole known as “rent.” Despite what the TV shows say, not all of us are sipping $17 cocktails in sky-high stilettos while casually buying throw pillows …
If you’re like me—perpetually curious, sometimes broke, and always down for a little art-induced serotonin—NYC’s museum scene is basically a life hack. You don’t need trust fund energy to wander through sculpture gardens, make eye contact with a Warhol, or impress your cousin visiting from Jersey. Whether you’re a lifelong New Yorker, a savvy student, …
If you’re like me, always hoping for a South Asian rom-com that doesn’t feel like it was written with a checklist of clichés, A Nice Indian Boy is the 2025 surprise I didn’t know I needed—and now can’t stop thinking about. Directed by Roshan Sethi and based on Madhuri Shekar’s stage play, this warm, funny, and surprisingly …
Get ready for a vibrant celebration of queer storytelling at NewFest 2024, where desi talent shines bright! This year’s lineup is packed with must-see films, thought-provoking shorts, and powerful documentaries that explore the rich and diverse narratives of South Asian voices within the LGBTQ+ community. From the world premiere of A Nice Indian Boyto intimate shorts like Amma’s …
Why ‘American Desi’ Still Feels Like a Mirror for Indian-Americans (Even Two Decades Later)I first watched American Desi in high school—just two years after I moved to the U.S.—and honestly? I wasn’t ready. It felt like the movie had cracked open my teenage brain and projected it on screen. Kris, the main guy, is trying …
I’ve known Ryan Serhant from “A-List New York,” so I was immediately interested in watching his new Netflix show, “Owning Manhattan.” Now the owner of Serhant Real Estate, it’s fascinating to see him in the role of a boss, leading a team of new agents as they navigate the competitive world of New York City …
Netflix’s Indian content often feels like a mixed bag, making it tough to find truly standout films. When friends ask for recommendations, it’s hard to point to something I fully enjoy. That’s why I’ve created my own list of the top Indian movies on Netflix! This blog post will be a living document, updated as …
